Raw Cashew Cheesecake

This rich, dairy-free, no-bake cheesecake is flavored with agave nectar, a raw sweetener derived from the agave plant. Agave nectar is sweeter than honey with a milder, more floral taste—ideal for desserts or drinks.

12Servings

Ingredients

2 cups macadamia nuts

1 1/2 cups cashews

1/2 cup pitted Medjool dates

1/4 cup dried coconut

6 Tbs. coconut oil, melted (gently warmed)

1/4 cup lime juice

1/4 cup raw agave nectar

1/2 sun-dried vanilla bean

3 cups mixed berries, such as blueberries and raspberries

Preparation

1. Place macadamia nuts in large bowl, and cover with cold water. Place cashews in separate bowl, and cover with cold water. Soak nuts 4 hours, then rinse, drain, and set aside.

3. Place cashews, coconut oil, lime juice, agave nectar, and 6 Tbs. water in bowl of food processor. Scrape seeds from vanilla bean into food processor bowl, and purée until smooth. Pour mixture onto crust, and freeze 1 to 2 hours, or until firm. Remove from freezer, slice while frozen, and transfer to serving platter. Defrost in fridge 1 hour, or on countertop 30 minutes; top with berries; and serve.

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